Pharmacist

About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens serves over 9 million customers daily across nearly 8,000 locations throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. With approximately 211,000 employees, including around 85,000 healthcare providers, Walgreens aims to be the leading pharmacy, retail, and health services provider, fostering trusted relationships to promote healthier communities.

Role Overview

Join Walgreens as a pharmacist dedicated to providing expert medication guidance and patient-focused care. This role offers a competitive wage based on location and other business factors, flexible scheduling to fit personal lifestyles, and paid time off available after three months of service (subject to state laws).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate and expert pharmacy consultation to patients.
• Inform and advise patients about medication usage, side effects, and cost-saving alternatives.
• Provide clinical healthcare services such as immunization administration, diagnostic testing, and medication therapy management.
• Maintain medication safety by accurately compounding, dispensing, and following regulatory guidelines.
• Mentor and support pharmacy team members in a cooperative environment.

Candidate Attributes

• Patient-centric and service-oriented, committed to personalized healthcare delivery.
• Effective team leader who encourages and motivates colleagues.
• Committed to continuous learning and staying updated on industry developments.
• Strong problem-solving skills to manage challenges like insurance claims and medication management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Pharmacist degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid pharmacist license in relevant state(s).
• Certified Immunizer or willing to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred: Minimum one year retail pharmacy experience, including prescription processing, compliance, pharmacy software use, and insurance management.

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive health benefits encompassing medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for eligible employees.
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Programs and wellness initiatives.
• Financial assistance for family-building, such as fertility treatments, adoption, and surrogacy-related expenses.
• Career growth with opportunities for leadership roles in pharmacy operations and corporate functions.
• Access to free training programs, certifications, leadership development via Walgreens University, and tuition discounts at partner universities.
• Employee discounts on Walgreens and national brands along with additional perks on electronics and travel.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions after one year and 1000 hours worked, including matching of qualifying student loan payments.

Equal Opportunities

Walgreens is an equal opportunity employer that considers qualified applicants regardless of arrest or conviction history, disability, or veteran status.

Compensation

The position offers an hourly salary range from $60.90 to $82.30, dependent on factors such as location, skills, education, and experience.